SONOGRAPHER
UNM Sandoval Regional Medical Center
Job Description
Overview SONOGRAPHER role at UNM Sandoval Regional Medical Center. Department: Radiology - Ultrasound. FTE: 0.05. PRN. Shift: Rotating. Location: Rio Rancho, NM.
Compensation includes differential pay: Weekday Nights 17%, Weekend Nights 26%, Weekend Day 15%. Minimum and maximum offers vary by experience and qualifications.
Position summary and responsibilities are performed under the delegated authority of the supervising physician, providing diagnostic medical sonography services to assist diagnosis and treatment, in accordance with facility policies and professional standards. This role may involve Neonate, Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult and Geriatric patient care assignments.
Detailed Responsibilities Follow patient safety-related policies, procedures and protocols
Demonstrate proactive approach to patient safety by seeking opportunities to improve policies and processes
Identify and report environmental conditions or situations that may put a patient at risk
Report potential or actual patient safety concerns, medical errors and/or near misses in a timely manner
Encourage patients to participate in their own care by asking questions and reporting unclear or concerning situations
Prepare exam room and ultrasound equipment to conduct examinations per infectious disease, sterilization, and patient safety protocols
Review patient medical history and supporting clinical information
Assume responsibility for patient safety during the examination
Conduct clinical assessment and perform the diagnostic sonography examination ordered by the supervising physician in accordance with facility protocols
Apply independent judgment to ensure appropriate anatomical, pathological, and clinical conditions are accurately captured in images
Refer diagnostic or prognostic questions to the appropriate physician only as authorized by policy
Review examination images, synthesize results, and prepare preliminary findings for the interpreting physician
Perform quality control to ensure ultrasound equipment operates at optimal levels
Maintain and ensure accuracy of facility reports, database records and logs
Ensure results meet Quality Assurance standards before release for interpretation
Carry out quality assurance and quality improvement measures
Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with co-workers and the healthcare team
Under supervision of Radiologist, retrieve, handle, store, and dispose of medications used during radiology procedures
Qualifications Education :
Associate Degree
Program Graduate
Education specialization :
Related Discipline
Allied Health Accredited Program Graduate
Experience :
Essential: No preferred experience
Nonessential: No additional details
Credentials :
CPR for Healthcare/BLS Provider or Professional Rescuers within 30 days
NM Medical Imaging & Radiology Therapy Licensure (NMMIRT)
ARDMS or Ultrasound Certification from American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
Nonessential Credentials :
1 or more ARDMS specialty exams
Physical and Working Conditions :
Medium work: exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 10 to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects
Working conditions may include moderate exposure to chemicals and hazardous materials
May be required to perform on-call duties
TB testing required at hire and as needed
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Compensation includes differential pay: Weekday Nights 17%, Weekend Nights 26%, Weekend Day 15%. Minimum and maximum offers vary by experience and qualifications.
Position summary and responsibilities are performed under the delegated authority of the supervising physician, providing diagnostic medical sonography services to assist diagnosis and treatment, in accordance with facility policies and professional standards. This role may involve Neonate, Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult and Geriatric patient care assignments.
Detailed Responsibilities Follow patient safety-related policies, procedures and protocols
Demonstrate proactive approach to patient safety by seeking opportunities to improve policies and processes
Identify and report environmental conditions or situations that may put a patient at risk
Report potential or actual patient safety concerns, medical errors and/or near misses in a timely manner
Encourage patients to participate in their own care by asking questions and reporting unclear or concerning situations
Prepare exam room and ultrasound equipment to conduct examinations per infectious disease, sterilization, and patient safety protocols
Review patient medical history and supporting clinical information
Assume responsibility for patient safety during the examination
Conduct clinical assessment and perform the diagnostic sonography examination ordered by the supervising physician in accordance with facility protocols
Apply independent judgment to ensure appropriate anatomical, pathological, and clinical conditions are accurately captured in images
Refer diagnostic or prognostic questions to the appropriate physician only as authorized by policy
Review examination images, synthesize results, and prepare preliminary findings for the interpreting physician
Perform quality control to ensure ultrasound equipment operates at optimal levels
Maintain and ensure accuracy of facility reports, database records and logs
Ensure results meet Quality Assurance standards before release for interpretation
Carry out quality assurance and quality improvement measures
Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with co-workers and the healthcare team
Under supervision of Radiologist, retrieve, handle, store, and dispose of medications used during radiology procedures
Qualifications Education :
Associate Degree
Program Graduate
Education specialization :
Related Discipline
Allied Health Accredited Program Graduate
Experience :
Essential: No preferred experience
Nonessential: No additional details
Credentials :
CPR for Healthcare/BLS Provider or Professional Rescuers within 30 days
NM Medical Imaging & Radiology Therapy Licensure (NMMIRT)
ARDMS or Ultrasound Certification from American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
Nonessential Credentials :
1 or more ARDMS specialty exams
Physical and Working Conditions :
Medium work: exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 10 to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects
Working conditions may include moderate exposure to chemicals and hazardous materials
May be required to perform on-call duties
TB testing required at hire and as needed
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